The Host(2013)
“Choose to believe. Choose to fight. Choose to love.”
Overview
A parasitic alien soul is injected into the body of Melanie Stryder. Instead of carrying out her race's mission of taking over the Earth, "Wanda" (as she comes to be called) forms a bond with her host and sets out to aid other free humans.
Director
Andrew Niccol
Studio
Open Road Films
Budget
$44M
Revenue
$63M
Cast
Saoirse Ronan
as Melanie Stryder / Wanda
Diane Kruger
as The Seeker / Lacey
Max Irons
as Jared Howe
Jake Abel
as Ian O'Shea
William Hurt
as Jeb Stryder
Frances Fisher
as Maggie Stryder
Chandler Canterbury
as Jamie Stryder
Boyd Holbrook
as Kyle O'Shea
Stephen Rider
as Seeker Reed
Alex Russell
as Seeker Burns
Rachel Roberts
as Soul Fleur
J.D. Evermore
as Trevor Stryder
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2013
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Budget
$44M
Box Office
$63M
Production Companies
Open Road Films • Nick Wechsler Productions • Silver Reel
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Host?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Host (2013).
What is The Host about?▼
A parasitic alien soul is injected into the body of Melanie Stryder. Instead of carrying out her race's mission of taking over the Earth, "Wanda" (as she comes to be called) forms a bond with her host and sets out to aid other free humans.
Who directed The Host?▼
The Host was directed by Andrew Niccol and released in 2013. It is a action, adventure, science fiction film.
How long is The Host?▼
The Host has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
Who stars in The Host?▼
The cast of The Host includes Saoirse Ronan as Melanie Stryder / Wanda, Diane Kruger as The Seeker / Lacey, Max Irons as Jared Howe, Jake Abel as Ian O'Shea, William Hurt as Jeb Stryder and more.
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